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Stewardship of Talent
Introduction to Stewardship of Talent
At Sts. Simon & Jude, Stewardship of Talent is lived through the many ministries, councils, and apostolates that serve our parish and community. Whether you’re drawn to liturgical service, outreach, teaching, or leadership, there’s a place for your gifts here.
Ministries
A/V Ministry Mass Technicians
Liturgical Ministries
Help everyone see and hear the beauty of the Mass by joining our Audio-Visual Team—training is simple, and you can learn at your own pace!
Acolyte
Liturgical Ministries
Instituted Acolytes assist the priest and deacon at the altar, support the distribution of Holy Communion, and help with liturgical formation, serving with reverence and deep understanding of the Mass.
Adopt-a-Grandparent
Pastoral Ministries
Adopt-A-Grandparent Ministry brings joy to nursing home residents through visits filled with music, crafts, and celebration. Families can help by donating cards, gifts, or supporting seasonal events.
Adult Servers
Liturgical Ministries
Adult Altar Servers, age 18 and confirmed, assist at Mass with reverence and receive training throughout the year.
Altar Server Ministry
Liturgical Ministries
The Altar Server Ministry is open to those who have received First Holy Communion and assists during Mass, with training offered throughout the year.
Art & Environment
Liturgical Ministries
This ministry enhances the beauty of the sanctuary by preparing worship spaces for weekend, feast day, and holiday Masses.
Celebration of Life Ministry
Hospitality Ministries
Celebration of Life Ministry provides free funeral receptions at SSJ for grieving families. Volunteers are needed to help prepare, set up, and serve food—offering comfort and compassion through hospitality at a time of loss.
Creation Care Ministry
Outreach Ministries
The Creation Care Team inspires our parish to live out Catholic teaching by caring for God’s creation through education, advocacy, and sustainable action.
DIGGERS@SSJ
Pastoral Ministries
The purpose of this ministry is to provide natural and beautiful spaces for parishioners and guests to walk, reflect, and pray as they make their way down the path toward Apostleship.
EMHC Visitation
Pastoral Ministries
Bring the comfort of Christ to those who are homebound or in care facilities by serving as an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion.
Emergency Management Volunteers
Outreach Ministries
SSJ partners with the American Red Cross as a key Montgomery County shelter, providing housing and support during disasters, and is seeking trained volunteers to help.
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion (EMHC)
Liturgical Ministries
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, age 18 and confirmed, assist in distributing the Eucharist during Mass.
Faith Formation Volunteers
Faith Formation Ministries
Faith Formation volunteers help nurture the spiritual growth of children, teens, and families through service, teaching, and support. Roles include Guides (catechists), Assistant Guides, Edge and Life Teen Core Teams, Parents on Patrol (POP), facilities helpers, and more.
Funeral Team
Liturgical Ministries
The Funeral Team supports grieving families by preparing for funerals, creating announcements, and coordinating schedules to ensure a meaningful and reverent liturgy.
Gabriel Project
Outreach Ministries
Become a Gabriel Angel and walk alongside a mother in need, offering compassion, prayer, and support during her pregnancy.
Guardian Angel Closet
Outreach Ministries
The Guardian Angel Closet Ministry offers clothing to families in need within our parish and community.
Habitat for Humanity
Outreach Ministries
Volunteer your time and talent to ‘build a world where everyone has a place to live.’
Hands with Heart
Outreach Ministries
The HANDS with HEART Ministry creates handcrafted items, like prayer blankets, to share comfort and Christian love with those in need.
Lectors
Liturgical Ministries
Lectors proclaim God’s Word at Mass, helping bring Scripture to life for the faithful, with training offered year-round.
Mass Greeter
Hospitality Ministries
Welcome parishioners with a warm smile as a Mass Greeter and help create a friendly, inviting atmosphere as they arrive for worship.
Money Counters
Pastoral Ministries
On a weekly basis, this group will gather and count the weekend's offertory and prepare it for deposit.
Music Ministry
Liturgical Ministries
The Music Ministry leads the congregation in worship through song, serving as the choir at Mass and welcoming all who love to sing or play.
Newcomer Welcoming Ministry
Hospitality Ministries
Help welcome new parishioners by assisting with our Newcomer Lunches with Fr. Pat and introducing them to ways to get involved at SSJ.
Our Lady's Rosary Makers
Outreach Ministries
Our Lady’s Rosary Makers meet twice a month to teach and make rosaries, sharing the mission of placing a rosary—and Mary’s love—in every hand.
Councils
Help plan events like the Splash Bash, Christmas Drive In Movie, and more!
Family Council
Help plan events like the Splash Bash, Christmas Drive In Movie, and more!
The Filipino-American Council celebrates and shares the richness of Filipino culture within our Catholic faith. They organize events such as Simbang Gabi and support parish initiatives like Live Christ, Share Christ.
Filipino-American Council
The Filipino-American Council celebrates and shares the richness of Filipino culture within our Catholic faith. They organize events such as Simbang Gabi and support parish initiatives like Live Christ, Share Christ.
The Finance Council advises the pastor on parish financial matters, helping manage budgets, monitor expenses, and prepare the annual State of the Parish report.
Finance Council
The Finance Council advises the pastor on parish financial matters, helping manage budgets, monitor expenses, and prepare the annual State of the Parish report.
The Hispanic Council enriches our parish with vibrant faith and culture through monthly Spanish Adoration and Worship, the Our Lady of Guadalupe celebration, and other community events.
Hispanic Council
The Hispanic Council enriches our parish with vibrant faith and culture through monthly Spanish Adoration and Worship, the Our Lady of Guadalupe celebration, and other community events.
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